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    Graphics Card and External Monitors

    Discussion in 'Gaming (Software and Graphics Cards)' started by StarvedRock, Aug 18, 2010.

  1. StarvedRock

    StarvedRock Notebook Enthusiast

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    I want whatever laptop I buy to be able to run a larger monitor at WXGA+ or better.

    Can someone tell me if it's the graphics card that does this?
     
    StarvedRock, Aug 18, 2010
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    Breaking Brian Notebook Evangelist

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    Yes its the GPU that handles all external (and your main) monitor.
     
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    StarvedRock Notebook Enthusiast

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    Thank you. Sorry for such an elementary Q, but wanna make sure there are no gaps in the foundation as I build up my understanding.
     
    StarvedRock, Aug 18, 2010
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